Airport leaders from Wayne County Airport Authority (WCAA) and representatives from Delaware North gathered recently to celebrate the opening of locally focused Cask & Craft Local Spirits + Bites at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Cask & Craft, located in DTW’s Concourse A, will partner with Detroit-based Valentine Distilling Co. and Detroit City Distillery to offer craft cocktails like the Detroit Bloody Mary plus beer and wine as well as breakfast items, salads, sandwiches and shared plates for travelers to enjoy.
“We are thrilled to bring Cask & Craft to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport,” said Chris Chila, vice president of operations for Delaware North Travel. “This collaboration with Valentine Distilling and Detroit City Distillery allows us to showcase the exceptional quality and creativity of Detroit’s local beverage artisans. We believe travelers will appreciate the opportunity to experience these unique flavors and enjoy a relaxing and memorable dining experience before their flights.”
“At Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, we take pride in providing a world-class experience that celebrates the great flavors and offerings of our region,” added Chad Newton, CEO of WCAA. “Cask & Craft helps deliver on our mission by bringing the authentic taste and spirit of Detroit to DTW.”
“Partnering with Delaware North and Detroit Metro Airport to launch Cask & Craft is the exciting culmination of nearly 20 years of work at Valentine Distilling Company,” said Rifino Valentine, president and founder of Valentine Distilling. “From the beginning, Valentine was about more than just spirits; it was about bringing quality manufacturing back to Detroit. I wanted to show the world that our city still crafts the finest goods. This partnership now allows us to share that passion directly with travelers from around the world.”
“We’re thrilled that travelers from around the world will now be able to experience the best Detroit-made spirits,” said J.P. Jerome, master distiller and co-owner of Detroit City Distillery. “Cask & Craft’s offerings are a wonderful way for visitors and travelers to get a taste of Michigan, whether they are returning home after a long journey, visiting to see friends and family or just passing through.”
